Chapter 20. Connectors

Connectors are lines that “connect” objects, useful for drawing organization charts or flow diagrams. Connectors remain connected even if the objects they connect are moved. Individual objects can be given an avoid property that causes connectors to be routed dynamically around them.

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An organizational chart drawn using connectors. The dashed lines have been automatically routed around other objects.

Creating Connectors

Connectors are created by the Connector Tool. To create a connector, select the tool by clicking on the icon (Ctrl+F2 or o) in the Tool Box. Then click-drag the mouse from one point on the canvas to another. ...

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